Cranston
Ecosystem Overview
The Cranston ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in providence county, rhode island, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Providence nearby has 64% more documented species, Cranston offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 29 providence county County natural areas, placing it in the 52th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 36 total documented species.
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Hypholoma fasciculare
Fomitopsis betulina
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Catharus guttatus
Hermit Thrush
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Pleurotus pulmonarius
Summer Oyster Mushroom
Armillaria mellea
Honey Fungus
Populus grandidentata
Large-Toothed Aspen
Fraxinus americana
American Ash
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Enallagma exsulans
Stream Bluet
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Providence County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cranston. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cranstonwithin Providence County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.